Product Line Manager

If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution. Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time.

At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates.

Requisition ID: 78412

Description

We seek an experienced Product Line Manager(PLM) to join the fast-growing timing solutions business unit. In this role you will be responsible for product lifecycle management of Skyworks’ fast growing portfolio of Jitter Attenuating Clocks, including product ownership and roadmap strategy. You will contribute to roadmap product definition, develop and present business cases for NPI projects, develop outbound product marketing collateral and product positioning, and drive new customer opportunity demand creation with sales teams and customers globally. The right candidate will balance strategic outbound marketing initiatives with hands-on collaboration among the cross-functional product development team to accelerate new product introduction, customer engagement and revenue growth.

Responsibilities

Product Management & Strategy

Contribute to product roadmap development and business case creation aligned with growth opportunities in data center infrastructure, optical networking, telecommunications, and industrial markets.

Collaborate with engineering teams to translate customer requirements into a market requirements document .

Own product lifecycle management from concept through end-of-life

Support pricing strategy, business models, and competitive positioning

Go-to-Market Strategy & Product Marketing

Develop compelling product positioning, messaging, and value propositions

Create sales enablement materials including presentations, competitive analyses, product collateral, application notes, and sales training content.

Own product launch deliverables

Analyze market adoption, customer feedback and competitive trends to improve product positioning and drive commercial success.

Track competitor products and develop positioning

Customer & Market Engagement

Partner with global sales and field application engineering teams to outline customer engagement strategy, develop opportunity funnels in target markets, and drive opportunity to design-win conversion

Engage with customers and prospects to understand application requirements, identify new opportunities, and position Skyworks timing products for adoption.

Support key customer design-ins through technical presentations, both virtually and in person.

Cross-Functional Leadership

Collaborate closely with engineering, operations, quality, sales, and executive leadership teams to drive successful product outcomes.

Present market trends, business updates, and product recommendations to internal stakeholders including the leadership team.

Required Experience and Skills

BS + 12, MS + 8, PhD+ 5 years of experience in semiconductor product management, product marketing, technical marketing, sales, field applications, or related customer-facing roles

Track record of working with customers in data center infrastructure, core/metro optical networking, and/or wireless infrastructure

Strong understanding of semiconductor product development, manufacturing, and product lifecycle management processes

Ability to read datasheets, understand technical specifications, and engage in technical discussions

Familiarity with market analysis (TAM/SAM/SOM modeling), competitive positioning, business case development and go-to-market are a plus

Problem-solving mindset: Natural ability to break down complex challenges, identify root causes, and develop practical solutions

Communication excellence: Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with ability to tailor messaging for a diverse set of audiences (executives, engineers, sales teams, customers)

Strong interpersonal communication skills, both internally with cross-functional teams and externally with customers

Results orientation: Self-starting attitude with strong bias for action and accountability for outcomes

Creativity: Ability to develop innovative approaches to customer engagement, competitive positioning, and sales enablement

Collaboration: Works effectively across functions including sales, engineering, operations, and executive leadership

Business acumen: Understanding of P&L dynamics, market segmentation, and value-based pricing

Desired Experience and Skills

Experience with, or managing, timing products: clock generators, jitter attenuators, or network synchronizers

Experience working with telecommunications equipment suppliers, cloud service providers, and data center AI compute OEMs

Self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments

Positive attitude that inspires teams and drives momentum

Balance of business acumen with technical background

Comfortable with ambiguity and able to navigate competing priorities

Willingness to travel (up to 25%) to meet with customers, attend trade shows, and support sales initiatives

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The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is currently USD $129,400 - $247,800 per year. Starting base pay will depend on relevant experience and skills, training and education, business needs, market demands, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different base pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S. Benefits include access to healthcare benefits (including a premium-free medical plan option), a 401(k) plan and company match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid time off (including vacation, sick/wellness, parental leave), among others. Employees are eligible to participate in an incentive plan, and certain roles are also eligible for additional awards, including recognition and stock. These incentives and awards are based on individual and/or company performance.

Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Skyworks strives to create an accessible workplace; if you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at accommodations@skyworksinc.com.